In Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, a Dalit woman was killed and her 20-year-old daughter abducted by an acquaintance, Paras Som, on January 8, 2026. The abduction occurred when the mother intervened as the accused allegedly attacked her daughter. The mother succumbed to her injuries. Following a widespread search and political outcry, the daughter was safely rescued from Haridwar on January 10, and the accused was arrested. The incident triggered protests and demands for action from opposition parties, while authorities assured the situation was under control and provided compensation to the victim's family.